Exam Administration Process: Proctored Online Testing Option (PRONTO)

There are multiple ways to purchase a computer-based or PRONTO exam; this is the easiest method.

Search for the exam you wish to take in the Catalog Search. Once you have located your exam, click the green "Register" button

Choose the Code Cycle and the Exam Format (the method you wish to take your exam) and click on the "Add to Cart" button

Choosing a Code Cycle will reveal which Exam Formats are available under that code year.

Exam Formats are available either as Computer-based (PearsonVUE) or PRONTO (online proctored testing).

Click on "Add to Cart"

You will be taken to your Shopping Cart screen where you can either continue shopping, update your cart, or proceed to checkout and follow steps to complete purchasing your exam

Once you have purchased your exam, you will receive an email confirmation with a link to go back to myICC

Once back in myICC, click on the Exams tab, then "My Exams"

For PRONTO exams (listed in My Exams as "Pronto"), click on the icon under Action – only when you’re ready to take the exam: you’ll be connected to a live proctor in less than 15 minutes.

NOTE: You may not leave the room during your PRONTO exam. Leaving the room during your exam may be grounds for immediate termination of your exam and invalidation of your test results.

You’ll be taken to the PRONTO landing page; click the box to agree to the terms – you can also get to technical support, test your system from this page before proceeding with the exam, or go through the tutorial [highly recommended]

Note on PRONTO Tutorial: You will not see this tutorial when you take the exam, so we highly recommend you take this tutorial through the PRONTO landing page before you begin your actual examination.You can take this tutorial as many times as you'd like--the more familiar you are with PRONTO, the better!

What to Expect at Your PRONTO Exam

You will register for an exam via myICC and pay for it via the ICC Store.

After the exam has been successfully granted, you will select the "Take Exam" button in myICC in order to launch the exam on-demand.

NOTE: You may not leave the room during your PRONTO exam. Leaving the room during your exam may be grounds for immediate termination of your exam and invalidation of your test results.

You will be connected to a live, online proctor, who will ask to see the front and back of your approved identification to authenticate.

NOTE: If you’re connecting at home, and you’re experiencing connection difficulties, you may have a software firewall installed (examples of software firewalls include McAfee Security, Norton Security, and Zone Alarm). Click here for additional assistance.

The proctor will ask you to conduct a full scan of the room with your webcam (ceiling, floor, 360-degrees, etc.); if unauthorized material is seen, the proctor will direct you to remove these (including cell phones). You must be in an enclosed room with no other individuals present in the room. The online proctor is available throughout the duration of the exam via live chat and video.Requirements/Recommendations:

Room:

The room should be in a quiet place with a door that can be shut. While the room does not have to be empty, the less distraction the best. Again, only one person can be in the room at a time.

Make sure you are comfortable and fully prepared to remain in full view of the web cam for the duration of your exam. You may not leave the room during your PRONTO exam. Leaving the room during your exam is may be grounds for immediate termination of your exam and invalidation of your test results.

Computer: While a laptop can be used, a docking station with monitors attached cannot. Prior to the examination, the proctor will shut down external monitors. Therefore, we recommend a desktop computer.

Peripherals: Webcam, speakers, and microphone

Internet: While you can use WiFi, we recommend using wired high speed internet access as WiFi may not be as stable.

The online proctor will also do a desktop scan of your computer to ensure any third-party applications or windows outside of the exam are closed and will not be accessed during the exam.

After the authentication process, approval of area, approval of the desktop and confirmation of the exam to be taken, you may begin the exam.

The proctor will then launch the exam interface and will remain connected via webcam, audio and text throughout the duration of the exam. If the proctor notices errant behavior, the proctor can pause the exam and either notify you to stop or can discontinue the exam.

At end of exam, you will click the “Submit Exam” button in order to complete your exam. You will then receive immediate feedback on the pass/fail result of the exam. The proctor will then close the exam window and disconnect from your computer.

PLEASE NOTE: Your examination administration is NOT over until the proctor disconnects from your computer. If you choose to leave the examination administration before the proctor has disconnected from your computer, your examination results may be invalidated by ICC.

Items Allowed/Prohibited During the Exam

What can I bring to a PRONTO exam?

Here’s what you’re Allowed to have available with you during your exam:

Copyrighted, bound material

Please make sure the reference(s):

Are bound (either original bound book, three-ring binder, or stapled). Photocopies of copyrighted materials are not allowed.

Have notes written in ink or highlighted

Have permanently attached tabs (tabs that can’t be removed without destroying the page).

Basic, four-function calculator (nonprogrammable)

Eyeglasses/reading glasses

Architects’ scale or ruler

Analog watch

The following items are Prohibited:

Loose papers

Writing utensils

“Smart” watch (i.e., Apple or Galaxy watch)

Any electronic device other than your computer (i.e. any second monitor or screen)

If you are using a laptop to take the test, you will not be able to have an external monitor attached. This is also true if you are using a docking station.

Tips and Tricks for your PRONTO Exam

Tip 1: Ensure the best Screen Resolution:

The recommended minimum resolution is 1280 X 1024.

For 16:9 displays at 15” or more, we recommend you adjust your resolution to 1680 X 1050.

Tip 2: Optimize your Zoom Function:

Some questions will require you to examine an exhibit, or image(s) that are attached to the question. If you need to enlarge an image, you can click on the image. You can then move your mouse over the image to bring up a magnifying glass that will take a closer look at a specific spot in that image.

What if I’m not satisfied with the magnifying glass? You can enlarge your screen using your keyboard:

Windows/PC users: Hold down the Ctrl button, then press + or – to adjust the size your browser’s window.